Experienced Professional Certified Medical Coding Specialist
Job description
Title: Experienced Medical Coder (CPC or equivalent)
Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm. 1 hour for lunch. Overtime may be required for End of Month process on Client's assigned. This is an in office position to start with in the state of Oklahoma. Please know that it is possible for remote work (hybrid) after training due to COVID or quality performance, but it is never considered permanent and is not guaranteed unless agreed upon ahead of time and must be in the state of Oklahoma. Legacy reserves the right to allow or revoke any possible remote working hours depending upon productivity.
Classification: Full-time hourly position with non-exempt status
Job Summary: This position is responsible for ensuring the quality of Medical Billing Coding on submitted medical claims. It is also responsible for conducting requested chart audits for accurate documentation and possibly meeting with physicians and reviewing any trends or adjustments needed. At times it could include diagnostic coding and insurance auditing as a whole for Client needs. This position will be focused on Physician Specialty coding for Orthopedics, Primary Care, Neurology, Pulmonary, or Endocrinology depending upon the Client assigned. Coding experience is required.
Supervision Received: Charge Entry Supervisor and Site Manager
Location: Moore, Oklahoma
Compensation: Varies depending on experience and background with required AAPC or AHIMA certification (or equivalent). Compensation will be hourly, starting range will be at $18 and up from there depending on experience and certification(s) held, negotiable with more experience and certification.
Essential Functions:
- Extensive knowledge of medical terminology, CPT, ICD-10, HCPCS
- Diagnostic coding and general medical billing when necessary
- Maintains strict confidentiality, adheres to all HIPAA guidelines/regulations for clients and patients
- Completely understand Medical Billing-Coding, documentation, claim filing and payment posting
- Code all needed charges in multiple areas of medical practice (for example; Family Practice, Surgery, Behavioral Health, Cardio, Pediatrics, Obstetrics, Anesthesia, Physical Therapy, Neurology, etc.) With emphasis on Surgery, Cardiology, and Specialty billing; Orthopedics and others. This main position will focus on Orthopedics.
- Maintain availability for needed team inquiries and a resource for Providers
- Review and audit claims for accuracy and completeness as well as contracted Provider audits for documentation accuracy, regulatory provisions and third party payer requirements
- Support for follow up on insurance denied claims and auditing needs for providing full resolution for payment on submitted claims as needed
- Identify common errors and develop solutions to rectify
- Communicate common trends with Management and team leads
- Communicate with physicians and other patient care providers regarding billing and documentation policies, procedures, regulations as well as obtaining clarification on conflicting, ambiguous, or non-specific documentation
- Attend and participate in company/team meetings
- Act as a backup for other required team support
- Work effectively to resolve issues; be proactive
- Performs all other duties as assigned by department Manager/Supervisor
- Adheres to all company policies and procedures
Education: High School Diploma or equivalent. Certified Coding Certificate with 2+ years’ professional coding experience is required with the coding experience directly related to the duties and essential functions specified. Preferred Certification: CPC with AAPC or equivalent.
Physical Requirements: Sitting for up to 2 hours at a time, able to lift up to 20 pounds. This position requires repetitive hand motion.
Skills/Experience:
1. Must be dependable and punctual
2. Must have good time management skills
3. Must be able to work independently
4. Maintain a professional, polished image
5. Must be organized and handle stressful situations in a calm manner
6. Must be able to multitask
7. Must have critical thinking skills
8. Ability to follow direction and contribute in a positive, proactive way
9. Team player, adaptable, and flexible
10. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbal and written
- High working knowledge of computer applications such as MS Office Suite software and relevant software applications used for medical billing (Medisoft, Meditech, ECW, Advanced MD, EPIC, and more)
For questions or if unable to send resume in by computer, please contact Jennifer at 405-310-0836 ext. 555.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Moore, OK 73160: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Application Question(s):
- Willing to complete a background check?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- ICD-10: 2 years (Required)
- Physician Medical Billing: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- CPC with AAPC, CCS with AHIMA, or other equivalent (Required)
Work Location: One location
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